5 Navratri Falahari Sweets: Special care is taken regarding diet during the Navratri fast. A variety of delicious dishes can be prepared using fruits, milk, dry fruits, and specific ingredients permitted during the fast. If you wish to avoid the hassle of repeatedly preparing sweets while fasting, making some *falahari* (fast-friendly) sweets in advance is a great option. This saves you the effort when a sudden craving for something sweet strikes.

This Navratri, you can try sweets such as Makhana Ladoo, Coconut-Makhana Barfi, Date and Dry Fruit Ladoo, Sabudana Ladoo, and Water Chestnut Flour (*Singhara Atta*) Barfi. The ingredients used in these can be selected according to your specific fasting traditions and dietary guidelines.

However, not every ingredient used in *falahari* dishes may be permissible according to every individual's or family's fasting customs. Therefore, please verify the ingredients against your traditions before preparation. Additionally, maintaining hygiene and ensuring proper storage is essential to keep the sweets fresh for a longer period.

Makhana Ladoo

Makhana (fox nuts) is a popular ingredient used during Navratri. Ladoos can be made by grinding roasted makhana and mixing it with dry fruits and a fasting-approved sweetener. Storing them in an airtight container ensures they are ready to serve at a moment's notice.

Coconut-Cardamom Barfi

Delicious barfi can be made by combining coconut with ground cardamom. It can be prepared in advance and cut into small pieces. Store it in a cool place or in the refrigerator as needed.

Date and Dry Fruit Ladoo

If you are looking for a sweet that requires minimal cooking, ladoos made from dates and dry fruits are an easy option. Due to the natural sweetness of dates, little to no additional sugar may be required.

Sabudana Ladoo

Sabudana (sago) can be used not only for making khichdi but also for preparing sweet dishes. Ladoos can be made using roasted sabudana, dry fruits, and other ingredients permissible during fasting.

Water Chestnut Flour Barfi

Water chestnut flour (singhara atta) is used in many households during fasting periods. Barfi can be prepared using this flour along with milk, ghee, and a suitable sweetener. It can be made in advance and stored after cutting it into small pieces.

Storage Tips

Store the sweets in an airtight container only after they have cooled down completely.

Do not keep sweets containing milk or khoya (reduced milk solids) at room temperature for extended periods.

Store in a clean, dry place to protect against moisture.

The shelf life of the sweets depends on their ingredients and storage conditions.

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